The new crown for the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 is called “Vinawoman – Infinity." (Photo: Organiser) Hanoi (VNA) – A new crown for the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022, called “ Vinawoman – Infinity”, has been unveiled by the pageant’s organisers. Made of white gold, the tiara features 2,137 diamonds and 279 sapphires of various sizes. The highlight of the crown is the three golden sapphires placed in its centre as a symbol of prosperity. In addition, the two crowns for the runners-up are also elegantly designed with thousands of gemstones. The finale of the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 is set to take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, on June 25, with 41 contestants vying for the Vinawoman crown ./. VNA … [Read more...] about New crown for Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 unveiled
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86 trillion VND earmarked for transport infrastructure in Mekong Delta
Minister of Transport Nguyen Van The speaks at the conference. (Photo baochinhphu.vn) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Minister of Transport Nguyen Van The has confirmed that around 86 trillion VND from the State budget will be invested in developing an expressway system for the Mekong Delta region. He made the statement while presenting a plan on transport infrastructure development investment for the Mekong Delta region at the Conference on Promulgation of the Mekong Delta Regional Master Plan and Investment Promotion for the 2021-30 Period, which opened on June 21 in Can Tho City. The whole region at present has only 90km of expressways, in addition to another 30km under construction. During this term, investment in an additional 400km of expressway in the region will be carried out, including the construction of a main axis connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Mekong Delta's Can Tho City and connecting Can Tho City with southernmost Ca Mau province, according to the minister. … [Read more...] about 86 trillion VND earmarked for transport infrastructure in Mekong Delta
Hà Nội’s transport department proposes more vehicles using the exclusive BRT lane
Hà Nội's first rapid bus route, Kim Mã-Yên Nghĩa, started construction in early 2013 and entered operation at the end of 2016. — VNA/VNS Photo HÀ NỘI — Hà Nội's Department of Transport has proposed the municipal People's Committee to allow passenger cars with 24 seats or more, official vehicles, ambulances and fire trucks to use Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes in the capital. This is part of the measures that the department proposed on Thursday in a report on traffic adjustment to solve congestion on some roads. According to the department, despite the BRT bus route being a radial axis, its operational efficiency is reduced, while the high volume of vehicles, especially during peak hours, causes congestion. Allowing other vehicles to enter the BRT lane is expected to reduce congestion and increase the efficiency of traffic infrastructure. Hà Nội's first rapid bus route, Kim Mã-Yên Nghĩa, started construction in early 2013, and began operations at the end of 2016. The bus route … [Read more...] about Hà Nội’s transport department proposes more vehicles using the exclusive BRT lane
Electronic documentation system fundamental to digital economy
Illustrative photo (Source: vneconomy.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Enterprises are gradually switching to an electronic documentation system , underpinning the nation’s efforts to develop the digital economy . A survey conducted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade in 2021 revealed that at least 33% of the surveyed businesses use e-contracts in their commercial activities. The application not only helps firms and their customers be more efficient, but also contributes to reducing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the gap in commercial transactions. The Bkav DX Platform has hosted e-contracts for more than 3 years. As a result, it helped companies save 70% of printing and delivery costs annually and shortened the process of providing products to customers by 50%. A representative of FPT Information System Company said that in Vietnam, the concept of e-contracts is no longer new. On the FPT.eContract – a signing platform between businesses and individuals – there are more … [Read more...] about Electronic documentation system fundamental to digital economy